Long term lets (over 1 month) Short-breaks (4 days or less)
Changeover day:
Flexible
Access:
Car essential Wheelchair access Nearest amenities: 2 km
Notes:
Sorry - no pets allowed Suitable for children Adapted for wheelchair users No smoking at this property Self-catering
Home description
Beautiful new barn conversion nestled in a rural hamlet within 28 acres of private land consisting of meadows, woodland and streams. Private swimming pool and large covered terrace overlooking stunning scenery well placed to enjoy sun all day whilst relaxing. The property benefits from its own private pool, with a shallow end perfect for the children. The pool has an electrically operated security cover, which will support a weight of 85kgs when closed, it is AFNOR approved, conforming to French statutory safety requirements. Leading from the living room is a spacious covered terrace with stunning views, furnished with a large table and chairs to enable you to dine al fresco. With two double and two twin bedrooms, the property is ideal for families, with plenty in the surrounding area to see and do during your stay.
Les Rossignols d'Ancheyra
Pool at night
Les Rossignols d'Ancheyra
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The Aquitaine / Dordogne / Dordogne region
The local area offers swimming lakes with beaches, possibilities for aquatic sport, various historic sights (Richard the Lionheart route) and excellent restaurant and cafes offering regional dishes (truffles from Sorges) in the area. It takes 30 to 45 minutes to drive to Perigueux, Brantome or Limoges.
Ancheyra is perfectly situated to explore the heritage of the region, with its medieval villages and cities such as Limoges, Perigueux (Cathedrale St Front) and Sarlat (Cité Medievale), castles (Jumilhac-le-Grand, Puyguilhelm and Hautefort), prehistoric caves (Grottes de Villars and Lascaux), weekly markets and wine markets. It is also within easy reach of water sports facilities, swimming lakes (Rouffiac) and rivers (canoeing at Brantome.
There are there are two golf courses within an hour's drive near Limoges and Perigueux. In addition there are opportunities for cycling, fishing, horse riding, mountain biking, roller blading, surfing, tennis, walking, water skiing, wind surfing and rock climbing.
The property is situated within a 15 minute drive of Lake Rouffiac. Its many facilities include a sandy beach, swimming, water skiing, sailing, tennis, climbing walls and restaurants. Perfect for young children or teenagers Other attractions include horse racing at Pompadour, the magnificent chateaux at Hautefort and Jumilhac le Grande, St. Jean De Côle - which holds the official accolade of being one of the 'Plus Beau Villages’ in France, and the picturesque town of Brantome known as "Little Venice".
Perigueux / Thiviers area
Our local village of Sarrazac is a 2 minute drive away (or 20 minute stroll) and offers a small general store, a post office, two bars and a restaurant.
The larger village of Jumilhac Le Grand, only a 10 minute drive away, boasts a magnificent château, several café/bars, shops and a restaurant.
Thiviers, our local town is known as the Foie Gras capital and is a 20 minute drive away. The local cuisine includes Limousin beef, foie gras, duck, walnuts and apples. Thiviers has 4 good size supermarkets.
The Saturday morning market at Thiviers is not to be missed with a huge variety of fresh food, vegetables, flowers, clothes, wine, cheeses and fish and live music. There is a good selection of shops, banks and train links to Paris, Perigueux and Bordeaux.
How to get there
Limoges airport is a 60 minute drive away with flights from East Midlands, Liverpool, Stansted, Newcastle or Southampton.
Bergerac airport is a 90 minute drive away with flights from East Midlands, Stansted, Liverpool, Birmingham, Leeds, Bristol or Southampton.
Car hire is essential.
Calais is a 7 hour drive with frequent ferries and the Euro-tunnel from Folkestone.
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
Limoges: 60 km
Railway:
Thiviers: 10 km
Activities near Perigueux
Sports: Tennis in town Watersports Horse Riding Fishing
Great for: Walking holidays Rural / countryside retreats Cycling holidays
Sofabeds (1), Single beds (4), Double beds (2), Cots (1), Dining seating for 10, Lounge seating for 8, Sleeps maximum of 10
Other:
Linen and towels provided. Highchair available. Adapted for wheelchair users.
Outdoors:
Balcony / Terrace, Private outdoor pool (unheated), Private garden, BBQ
Access:
Wheelchair access, Secure parking
Further details indoors: On the ground floor is one large double bedroom (king-size bed) and one large twin bedroom. The showroom has a walk in/wheel in shower. On the first floor are two large en suite bedrooms, one twin with en suite showroom, one double with en suite bathroom with corner bath & shower over. An additional single/double bed is also available as well as a cot. The accommodation is quite flexible so we can rearrange the bedrooms if necessary to suit your requirements.
Fitted kitchen with large dual gas/electric cooker, dishwasher, fridge/freezer, washing machine, microwave, coffee maker, toaster and a full range of kitchen equipment.
Spacious and bright living room area (with beautiful views), Satellite television (free to view or bring your own sky card), DVD, CD/MP3 player, two large sofas, coffee table and dining table to seat 8/10 people. There is also a selection of games, books, DVDs and CDs for your entertainment.
The exterior and the groundfloor interior of the property has been designed to be accessible to the elderly, infirm and is wheelchair friendly. Light switches/sockets within easy reach, door widths 90cm, inner hallway width 140cm. Lounge, kitchen and both ground floor bedrooms very spacious allowing for easy access and manoeuvrability, wheel in shower/wc specifically designed for wheelchair access (and showerchair). Private car park leads directly onto covered terrace via a sloping ramp with handrails. Lowered/ramped area by the pool terrace for easy transfer into pool. Please contact us if you require further details.
All linen and towels supplied although we do ask guests to supply their own pool towels. A generous welcome pack is provided free of charge. Changeover day is Saturday, departures by 10am / arrivals from 4pm although we can be flexible with this where possible, please contact us to discuss arrangements.
Further details outdoors: The 20 sq/m shady covered terrace leads directly off the living room overlooking the pool and grounds. A large table and chairs are provided so that you can enjoy those lazy long lunches or perhaps a glass or two of wine whilst enjoying the beautiful and peaceful countryside views.
The private and secluded 10m x 4.5m swimming pool (depth 1 m – 1.82 m) and poolside terrace overlooks open, unspoilt views and offers full sunshine all day long. The pool has a safety cover meeting French regulation, however, your safety remains your own responsibility and children must be supervised at all times.
Enjoy evening barbecues in the peaceful, relaxing and romantic ambiance of the illuminated pool whilst you enjoy the spectacular sunsets.
Further details
All towels, linen and cleaning included although we do ask guests to supply their own pool towels.
Conditions
Generous discounts are available for last minute bookings, short term breaks and smaller groups in low season. Long lets (more than one month) are available during the winter months. Contact owner for details.
Rental rates
Rental prices originally quoted in: British £
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11 Oct 08
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1200£1,200
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900£900
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850£850
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NB: Prices may be subject to change at the owner's discretion.
GENEROUS DISCOUNTS AVAILABLE FOR LAST MINUTE BOOKINGS. Please contact us for details.
** DISCOUNTS AVAILABLE FOR COUPLES/SMALL PARTIES/SHORT BREAKS (out of high season). Please contact us for details **
Guestbook
Thank you so much for making our stay such a memorable one, the welcome fridge contents and wine were so thoughtful and appreciated...…the gite was fantastic and set in beautiful surroundings...…many, many thanks, you will certainly be highly recommended by us all..…..you have a great place, it was just what we were looking for in a much needed break...…we loved the peaceful location and the excellent views...…you have made the place spacious and furnished it to a very high standard and it’s definitely a cut above the rest.......an ideal place for relaxing and chilling out...…we have been coming to france for 8 years and this was the best gite we’ve ever stayed in…....style, comfort and rustic charm – heaven!
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